Residential Support Worker: Empowering Youth to Thrive

Aspris Children's Services; Coalville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NVQ/SVQ enrollment

Degree progression

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Aspris Children's Services in a rural Leicestershire location seeks a Residential Support Worker to join a small team caring for up to three young people aged up to 18 with emotional or behavioural needs. The role requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

You will support the youths with social activities, trips to the cinema, and community events, while teaching essential life skills such as cooking and independence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Aspris emphasizes CPD and development opportunities for staff.

Responsibilities

• Take young people to see friends and go to community events such as fundraisers and galas.
• Organise trips to the cinema and activities to build independence (e.g., cooking).
• Build strong relationships with young people and the staff team.
• Maintain accurate data, including incident reports and disclosures, as part of safeguarding.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Aspris Children's Services in a rural Leicestershire location seeks a Residential Support Worker to join a small team caring for up to three young people aged up to 18 with emotional or behavioural needs. The role requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

You will support the youths with social activities, trips to the cinema, and community events, while teaching essential life skills such as cooking and independence.